Healthcare

in committee · New York · Senate May 8, 2026

S 10253: Relates to veterans health care

Relates to veterans' health care; creates a veteran health care review to ensure veterans and their families have access to health and mental health treatment, including for post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, military sexual trauma, reproductive and mental health conditions, and suicide prevention.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a review to ensure access to health and mental health treatments for veterans, directly advancing patient care.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates a review to ensure veterans access healthcare, mental health treatment, and suicide prevention, directly strengthening veteran services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

J 2065: commemorating May 24, 2026, as the 15th Anniversary of the birth of Paige Elizabeth Keely

This bill designates May 24, 2026, as Paige Elizabeth Keely Day in New York State to honor the memory of a young girl who passed away from a rare brain condition. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about brain arteriovenous malformations and other neurological disorders while supporting the foundation established by her family to fund research and aid affected families. By officially recognizing this date, the legislature intends to encourage medical screening and education regarding early detection methods for these silent conditions. Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Keely family and their foundation to acknowledge their advocacy work.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness of neurological disorders and supports a foundation for research and aid, aligning with improving patient access and funding medical initiatives.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10434: Directs the department of health to collect certain data from relevant entities regarding calls and dispatches for emergency medical services

Directs the department of health to collect certain data from relevant entities, and designated public safety answering points to receive 911 service calls, regarding calls and dispatches for emergency medical services; establishes reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates data collection on emergency medical services to improve response efficiency and patient outcomes.85% confidence

Tags Public Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate May 7, 2026

S 10228: Relates to the date of enrollment in the child health insurance plan program; repealer

Eliminates the prospective enrollment waiting period for children under the age of nineteen enrolling in the child health insurance plan program by enrolling a child retroactively to the first day of the month in which they are approved for coverage under such program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes enrollment waiting periods for children, expanding access to health insurance coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Tags Children

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11200: Relates to HIV testing in certain criminal cases

This bill modifies the rules for when courts must order HIV testing in specific criminal cases. It requires that any court-ordered test be completed within 48 hours of the initial filing of the case documents. If a defendant misses this deadline, the court must order a new test to be administered. Additionally, the bill ensures that defendants receive information about HIV testing and medical treatment following guidelines set by the health commissioner.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates timely HIV testing and ensures defendants receive information about treatment per health guidelines, protecting patient rights and access to care.85% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

J 2112: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 16, 2026, as Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation (CDG) Awareness Day in the State of New York

This bill directs the Governor of New York to officially designate May 16, 2026, as Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation Awareness Day. The legislation aims to raise public awareness about a rare group of metabolic disorders that affect organ development and neurological function in people of all ages. By aligning the state observance with the global awareness day, the bill seeks to educate the public and improve understanding of the condition's symptoms and challenges. The measure requires no changes to laws or budgets and serves solely as a ceremonial proclamation to highlight the need for better diagnosis and support for affected individuals.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes public awareness of rare metabolic disorders, fostering better understanding and support for affected patients.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 29, 2026

S 10607: Relates to insurance coverage for endodontic services

Mandates insurance policies which cover restorative dental services to provide coverage for endodontic services including exams, imaging, root canals and post-treatment care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for endodontic services, expanding access to necessary dental care and strengthening health benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

K 1282: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2026, as Teen Self-Esteem Month in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate May 2026 as Teen Self-Esteem Month. The resolution highlights the importance of supporting teenagers by encouraging open communication, reducing bullying, and promoting activities that build confidence. It does not create new laws or funding but serves to raise public awareness about mental health issues affecting youth. The measure is a ceremonial gesture intended to draw attention to the well-being of adolescents during that specific month.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes teen mental health awareness and reduces bullying, aligning with mental health support indicators.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 11494: Relates to registered radiologic technologists working within a collaborative practice agreement with a licensed physician

Authorizes radiologic technologists to perform radiography services under collaborative practice agreements; defines "collaborative practice agreement" as an agreement between a radiologic technologist and a licensed physician which does not require the direct supervision of the licensed physician when administering certain radiography services; sets forth requirements for collaborative practice agreements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands patient access to radiography services by allowing technologists to work under collaborative agreements without direct physician supervision.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 10292: Requires certain health insurance coverage for prostheses and custom orthoses

Requires health insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices that equals the coverage and payment provided for by federal laws and regulations for the aged and disabled.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices, expanding access to essential medical equipment and strengthening patient care benefits.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates health insurance coverage for prosthetic devices, which directly benefits veterans requiring such medical equipment.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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